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The 'rupture' itself can stimulate a healing response and eventually no more symptoms. Also possible are problems like Rhumatoid or othe collagen issues not noted before as a background cause. Also some meniscal pathology can cause recurrent irritation type of joint fluid responses causing recurrent Bakers Cyst. Your age medical history and family history are an issue in decision making as to tests recommended. Athletic history and injuries are also part of the decision equations.